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The kidney function is particularly important for our overall health since they filter 120-150 quarts of blood on a daily base.

For that reason, these organs, located beneath the ribs, preserve the blood stable, put off the accumulation of waste and fluids in the body, balance the electrolyte levels, produce red blood cells, normalize blood pressure, and strengthen the bones.

Nevertheless, they usually suffer from damage, which causes enormous complications. Consequently, it is particularly important that you are aware of the signs of kidney damage in order to prevent additional health issues and treat the problem on time.

These are the most common symptoms of improper function of the kidneys:

Swelling

Damaged kidneys frequently lead to swellings in the body, particularly in the ankles, legs hands, face, and feet areas. The body can’t remove the build up waste and fluids and they cause swellings.

Fatigue

When the kidneys are healthy, they produce the hormone EPO (erythropoietin), which creates red blood cells. These cells are required for the appropriate supply of oxygen through the body.

If the number of red blood cells is lowered, the person usually experiences fatigue, muscle damage, severe anemia, and brain damage.

-Skin Rashes

The waste deposits may, in addition, lead to kidney failure, and the skin may be covered with rashes and be itchy. The waste gets build up in the blood, leading to an unhealthy appearance of the skin, making it dry and irritated.

This can be eased a bit with the use of creams and lotions. But the real problem is internal and should be treated as such.

Urination Changes

These are the most common early symptoms of kidney damage:

Urination changes (a reduced amount of urine)

Pale urine color, frequent, and in large amounts

Foamy urine

Dark urine, less frequent urinating and with small amounts

Pressure during urinating

Troubles urinating

A great urge to urinate during the night

Metallic Taste In The Mouth

Due to the waste accumulation in the blood, a person may have bad breath or changed taste in the mouth. In the case of severe kidney damage, the person may experience a great change in the taste of some foods, as well as poor appetite.